The Epidermis of the Skin Serves as a Barrier to Mechanical

question 37

Multiple Choice

The epidermis of the skin serves as a barrier to mechanical stresses and protects us from microorganisms. What tissue do you think forms the epidermis?

• A) pseudostratified columnar epithelium
• B) stratified squamous epithelium
• C) simple columnar epithelium
• D) simple squamous epithelium

---

Definitions:

Board of Directors

A group of individuals elected to represent shareholders and oversee the major decisions and policies of an organization.

Collective Impact Partnerships

A structured approach to solving social problems that involves multiple organizations or entities agreeing to solve a particular issue through a shared set of goals and metrics.

Merger

The combination of two or more companies into a single entity, typically to achieve synergies, expand market presence, or improve efficiency.

National Nonprofit

A type of organization dedicated to furthering a particular social cause or advocating for a shared point of interest, which does not distribute its surplus funds to owners or shareholders.